How your organisation could benefit from outplacement

When it comes to redundancy and those affected by it, people immediately think of the employees that are reduced to unemployment, how they will manage and what is being done to help them through the process. What is often overlooked is the fact that the employers, too, can be deeply affected when having to face the unpleasant task of downsizing, losing their employees and having to deal with the aftermath. As unemployment rates are still at an all-time low, it is important to review how employers can benefit from outplacement services companies such as Renovo can provide. These services are not reserved for only large companies, or simply to offer to only the employees that have been made redundant, but are also for small businesses, and those employees that still remain. The process of redundancy can be both difficult and expensive, but outplacement can help to minimise the cost and negative impact redundancy can have on an organisation. Here’s a brief guide to what organisations can benefit from outplacement services…

Protection from liability

Providing your employees with programmes and services that can help them with their career in the future will help to demonstrate your commitment to fulfilling your corporate responsibility to them. The workshops and personal career coaching included in outplacement that you can offer your employees, will demonstrate that your company is grounded, fair and supportive. When dealing with redundancy within your company, the key is to put as much effort as you can into supporting those who have been affected by it.

A good reputation

Having outplacement services in place will increase the appeal of your business in the eyes of investors, customers, employees and future candidates, as it shows that you care for your staff and their future. By concentrating on moving forward and helping your employees to do that, as a company you are demonstrating that you are professional, focused and dedicated to doing whatever you can to ensure the company is always progressing - all attributes that will only help to enhance your brand.

Continued productivity from remaining staff

Often after downsizing a team, the employees that remain can feel disheartened, angry or even worried about their own future careers. This can affect their motivation and dedication to the company, as well as their productivity. You can reassure your staff and encourage them to feel confident again in the work that they do by showing your concern and support, and offering outplacement services. Outplacement services can almost act like a safety net for your employees, ensuring them that should the worst happen, there is always a team of helpful, friendly experts ready and waiting to help them.

If you think your organisation could benefit from outplacement and would like further information, or to discuss in detail the services Renovo can offer you and your employees, get in touch with a member of the team, today. Alternatively, you can visit the website or read our other helpful blog posts.